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Ted B MY REVIEW: 4 stars; How do you make a movie that is so off-the wall, quirky, unconventional, unpretentious, and yet lovely and beautiful all at the same time? This movie certainly pulled it off. It is a character study, not of just a single person, but of all the characters in the movie. Two of the characters are in a severe depression. Yet you, as the viewer, are never drawn into a depression yourself. How unique! The plot is never rushed. Just slow and relaxed. But I never lost interest. The acting was superb, especially Sam Elliott and Joan Allen. Campbell Scott gave excellent Directorship. And, the rural New Mexico Cinematography was breathtaking. The movie is 20 years old. But the message is just as applicable today as it was then... 'Life is what you make it. Not what others make it for you.'. Strangely, to me, the film didn't win any major awards. But it was a big Film Festival hit across the country. It certainly has my vote!! Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 04/25/23 Full Review Audience Member I loved it - just want to know where I can find it to see again. So annoying when describing to friends and family and can't show them. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 02/06/23 Full Review Tony S A contemplative film about few charismatic people and their perspective on the life in a literal wasteland. Whether it's true freedom or just a new level of poverty, where your economic status stops even matter. Not for IRS, of course. No character is alike. And their interactions are what drives the film. An Old man with crippling depression, who is either disappointed with his ancap bartering life or the results of it. A wife, that lives and keep her family together for the little moments, like a coyote wandering into her naked gardening sessions. A tomboy, who's hobby is to scam companies for complementary packages and who thinks of nothing but getting away from there. An IRS employee, who buried his feelings because of the trauma he was exposed to, or thinks he was exposed. It's fascinating example of how to successfully translate a play to a silver screen. Even if a lot of really good narrative threads are just getting left behind or end up understated as it goes on. Beautiful soundtrack, gorgeous shots, great actors. A sublime theme about looking for none material values in life, that really tries to not scream at you with it. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 12/24/21 Full Review Audience Member One of the best movies created. It is profound and has a natural flaw. Unique and beautiful. Realistic characters with deep emotions. I loved everything about this movie, and what I loved the most is that it is completely different from all the pretentious films big pictures put out. If you are not into hype , but into authentic art- this movie is for you. Enjoy ! Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/02/23 Full Review Audience Member Humanistic view of depression. An unusual family tackles big issues with humor and a refreshing way of living in the world. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/06/23 Full Review Audience Member A meditation about a place and time. I don't for a minute buy Joan Allen as Native American or Sam Elliot as her husband, but if you can look past that there are some great performances and meditative moments. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 02/12/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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